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Pet Relocation from US to Brazil

Brazil requires a USDA-endorsed International Health Certificate that must be validated by the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA) consulate before travel. There is no quarantine for cats and dogs arriving from the US with proper documentation. Sao Paulo Guarulhos and Rio de Janeiro Galeao are the main airports for pet arrivals.

Transit Time

1-2 days (direct flights available)

Quarantine

Not Required

Estimated Cost

$2,500 – $6,500

Shippers

87 companies

Import Requirements for Brazil

  • Rabies vaccination (at least 30 days and no more than 12 months before travel)
  • USDA-endorsed International Health Certificate (within 10 days of travel)
  • Health certificate must be validated by Brazilian consulate or MAPA
  • Internal and external parasite treatment (within 15 days of travel)
  • Microchip recommended but not strictly required by Brazil
  • No import permit required for cats and dogs from the US